Sand Island State Recreation Area
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About the Location
Coastal Urban Oasis
Sand Island State Recreation Area is an urban coastal park located on Sand Island, a small island within the city of Honolulu, Hawaii. The park offers weekend shoreline camping in an industrialized area close to downtown Honolulu and the Honolulu International Airport flight path.
Spanning 14 acres, Sand Island State Recreation Area features a small sand beach fronting the Pacific Ocean. The park provides good views of Honolulu Harbor and ocean sunsets.
Recreational Activities
Visitors can engage in activities such as picnicking, camping, walking, shore fishing, and board surfing. The recreation area is situated in an arid, urban environment.
Large grassy areas with scattered trees make up much of the park grounds. Public facilities like restrooms and showers are available for visitors' use.
Unique Views and Surroundings
The park's location offers unique views of planes taking off from the nearby airport as well as the Honolulu skyline. Adjacent to the recreation area is the Sand Island Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) day use riding area, which contains tracks and trails for motorized OHVs and non-motorized BMX bikes.
Urban Setting
While offering scenic coastal views and recreational amenities, the park's urban industrial setting and proximity to the airport do impact the natural environment. The recreation area provides an accessible beach and camping option close to the city, but visitors should be aware it is not a pristine or secluded natural area.
